Acura NSX (Generation 1) Review - Everyday Driver
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- Опубліковано 27 лис 2013
- After many requests the guys climb into not one, but two Acura NSXs. While blasting down fast straights and tight canyons, they discuss this icon, the changes through the first generation, and if this exotic is a good used purchase.
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The NSX and the S2000 are two amazing Honda vehicles.
and the Prelude and ITR were amazing too. New Civic Si sucks and it is basically a joke for today's sport cars in the same price range.
RAY NL if the prelude was RWD i would call it great
Yes, they are! Ap1 S2k is more agressive to drive than the nsx tho. IMO
The problem with owning a Caymen is not owning an NSX...
Chris Ellefson ~ _So_ true! ...and the problem with owning one of each is not owning _two_ NSX's! 😁
I owned a 981 Bosxster S and it was a dope car, with some snows on it even a good winter car. Compared to a NA2, the Porsche requires less maintenance, great handling, good acceleration, great breaks, great interior, lots of tech, great build quality, and worth every penny..............at the end of the day, it’s a Porsche. With all that said, hands down I’d rather have a NA2 Targa. I’ve alotta seat time in both and there’s just something about a Honda.
What also justifies the price is the fact that the NSX will hold it's value EXTREMELY well :)
10 years later you have been proven correct
NSX prices have bottomed out and likely will not go anywhere but up. A $40K NSX today will never dip below that figure again. We're finally in the stage of Japanese classics.
Your prediction was correct. Im looking at the NSX and the lowest is 68k highest is $150k!! I think I should buy one this year.
Now it's hard to find one for less than $100k
Heh this aged well 100-300k now 😂
Prophetic comment Sir! I have been saying the same for years.
Sheeeeeesh crazy comment haha you definitely were right
Acura NSX: Purchased with mid-90's top-40 payola c-notes and fueled by MDMA.
I hope you're able to review one someday. Good or bad, it'll at least be entertaining.
Fueled by MDMA?
You must be ecstatic.
Luv and Peace.
Headlights.....
you KNOW what they do!!!!
+Jean Girard Did you watch the review yet?
@@ianedmonds9191 UU7KLLLLU7UU7UUUU77U7uiiUU7U 7
Probably my favorite car ever. Something about its ability to do so much with so little, to be so normal yet so exotic.
Nice words about the nsx.
I agree with you. I remember sitting in one on the showroom floor when i was in the process of buying my 91 Accord. Pure ecstacy, I don't need to get to 150+ or 3 seconds to 60, just a beautiful, reliable car.
When you buy an NSX, you're not just getting an "old" sport car, you're buying an icon of sport cars.
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I am the fortunate owner of a 2004 Laguna Beach Blue NSX. I love my NSX. It is my 3 season daily driver. When I bought it, I was looking for a Ferrari 348. After hearing the horror stories of reliability, I realized I did not want a garage queen. The idea that I can have a car that is wonderful to drive and has the reliability of an Accord sold me. Thanks for the great review!
I have my second one with over 500 rear wheel hp that will smoke anything under half a million dollars, including the new model coming out 2015. Once you've owned one, you will always want another. Now with true modern super car power and brakes, I'm satisfied. My Corvettes were pinky ring cars, my Porsches finicky and expensive. My Mercedes SL is smoother and more luxurious, yet… this beauty increases with value like real estate, and increases in enjoyment as I become a better driver. One of the rarest things in automobiles, a timeless, brilliant ride that thrills one every time you get in, and is as reliable as a honda accord. Cruize around quietly with 25 mpg, or put your foot in it and eat a Viper. It doesn't get better than this.
This car is an ageless piece of art.
Automakers don't produce cars with the same charm any more.
These cars are legendary. The fact that an almost 20 year old NSX is still above 30 grand shows you the value of this car. Up here in Canada, Supra's and Skyline's are also starting to go over 30 grand in prices for the good ones. Yes you can get a showroom car for that much money with modern technology, but these sportscars are legendary forever and will always hold their value. Plus how many cars can you name today that drive as good or better than the NSX, in that price range. Please don't reply with your stupid paddle shifter and nanny-powered 1000 hp cars. Drivers cars please !! P.S. Everyday Driver, so glad you guys are back at making amazing videos for us. Cheers !!
BimmerMann update they’re over 100k now
Update again how’s it going all?
Alive and well thanks for asking. How’s life treating you ? Still a car / motorcycle guy at heart and still enjoying whatever I can before the world goes to shit. Life during my original comment was a lot better actually 😂
Yup, can’t say I’m surprised
Honda needs to get back and gives some more, the NSX and S2000 are amazing machines. Great honest review.
The difference between a Cayman and a NSX when both are $37K is that the Cayman will cost half that much within five years while the NSX will persist at roughly that value.
You know what?
the NSX doubled in price in these 5 years
@@DeezNuds unfortunetly. However i would give mine that rocketbunny kit. It looks bit to stretched for me. One day..thats for sure!
This video should be age restricted for the sheer amount of car porn.
Long live the NSX!
One of my all time favorite supercars.
As an owner of an '02 I have to say this is one of my favorite reviews of the NSX.
This Thanksgiving, lets all give thanks to Honda for building such a revolutionary, desirable, timeless, good looking supercar. And lets enjoy a feast *not* for the *taste*, but for the eyes and ears.
And lets also give thanks to EverydayDriver for yet again presenting us with another *swell* review!
I think it's the uniqueness. That justifies the price I think.
Absolutely. I haven't quite owned one for a year yet and already, I can assure you, people notice an NSX. Not the club kids, not the hip crowd, not the ladies for sure. But genuine car guys know it and respect it for what it is. Definitely a conversation starter. People will want to ask you about it.
Of course, if that doesn't sound appealing (can't say I blame you, it's tiring sometimes - which is one reason I don't drive it every day), there's always the Porsche/Corvette/etc.
@@kotomile My girlfriend and I were out for a spin around a high in part of Atlanta in my '91. At a intersection a guy in a shiny new Ferrari gave me a thumbs up.
Honda's golden years were amazing. Here's to hoping they find that magic again with the new one.
Sean Kallas those day are sadly over.
Homologation rules cant let Honda do what they love to do, so they go Turbo and do record on Nurburgring..
You guys do a terrific job reviewing sports cars. The quality of your content and your comments are impeccable. I enjoy watching your videos.
How the hell did Honda go from making this brilliant NSX and the S2000, to making the crap it makes today? I seriously hope Honda can bring some of that edge back with the new NSX.
Because, like most business, they like making profit.
rjmari They could still make profit while making good cars. They don't have to make supercars or even sportscars (it would be great if they did), but they could still make their current line up better than it is now. Honda right now couldn't hope to compete with Toyota and Nissan, in all areas except "safety". Acura is the same, have you seem Acura's interiors lately? They are hideous compared to Lexus's and Infiniti's.
ewt415 making good sports cars makes a great commercial advertisement honda declared since the 2005s they're gng green and subtle which is ironic since they're great engine makers and extreme sports machines like bikes etc
ewt415 I'd have to disagree with you. The Accord is miles better than the Camry. And it does have a sport version. And the Civic Si is also a very sporty small car. Many call the Honda Fit the best in its class, and it is also quite sporty for what it is. And don't forget that outside of the US, they still sell the Type R. Toyota is so vanilla in comparison.
Now NIssan on the other hand...the Altima and Accord are well-matched. And the new NSX will compete with the GT-R. Can't wait for that one. But it is too bad Accord has no answer for the 370z at the moment. Maybe if they bring back the S2000...
rjmari I concur to the Accord part, but keep in mind Toyota has Lexus, which is arguably the leading luxury Japanese automaker, while Acura is extremely poor in comparison.
I've owned my 92 NSX longer than any other car I have owned. Most cars I would be bored with after 3 or 4 years. I've had the NSX for 11 years now and it still makes me grin when I get behind the wheel.
It's truly a visceral experience, I've spent a good amount of time driving my friend's 96 NA1 and it definitely takes time to get used to. I have an AP1 S2000 and expected a LOT my first time in the seat and was left a little disappointed, it wasn't until my third or fourth time taking it out that I understood the differences. The steering ratio REALLY takes time to get used to, second gear is too tall on the 5-speed for tight canyon runs, and it just feels SOFT in the canyons compared to an AP1. I think the car really shines at higher speeds, as mentioned in the review, versus hitting tight switchbacks in the canyons. You just have to hit a long sweeper and let the engine scream behind your head. My dream is to park one next to my S2000 one day...
And I PREFER the first gen style. Pop up headlights. There. I said it.
Still one of the best looking cars ever!
The interior of that NSX is just perfect in every single way. Actually, the interior in basically every old Honda is perfect, from the driving position in every single one of them, through the canted window controls in the NSX, to the door lock and handle position in the Accord - yes, I miss my old Accord Wagon badly. LOL Great video, guys!
Ayrton Senna approved car. Gotta love NSX!
Nsx and s2000 belong in a museum.
Ahhhhh...this is amazing!! One of the classic Japanese sports cars that can never be duplicated !!
caymen s reaction from people : oh nice car! *then walks away*
nsx reaction from people: WHOA! AN NSX!?!? What year is it? How long have you had it? Can I take a picture with it? etc. etc.
That's what you'll be buying when you buy an nsx :D
LOL!! that's exactly the reaction I get from people all the time, so dam true to your words! I get a good laugh reading it. Thanks!
Agreed!
Late Ayrton Senna helped out on the chassis in early model. Going to be timeless. Worth all the joys it brings a car guy
Always love your reviews. You guys are way more passionate about your reviews than most other people on youtube. My girlfriend doesn't know much about cars and I let her watch your evo x review and she even admitted your analogies are great. Keep up the good work!
Masterful engineering. Way ahead of it's time. Timeless...
I think part of the price is really the legacy. Although Porsches are AMAZING cars, almost everyone to have driven an nsx can express that there is something about it unidentifiable through words. I think for that very reason, and the fact that Porsches are in great abundance compared to the nsx, is the reason why it has held it's price for a 20+ year old car
if only this car was still in the price range that you guys mentioned in the video! I would happily pick up two!
One more great review guys. I'd take an NSX in a heartbeat. It's the high point of everything Honda's done.
I get goosebumps watching this. Such an amazing machine.
Woohoo!!! You now have reviewed both of my cars, in their colors! GPW S2000, FR NSX.
Beautiful car, just beautiful...
I believe the NSX was also the first engine to feature Titanium internals?. Great review guys.
These guys need there own TV show, every episode they make is great.
I recall being awed by this car wen it came out and I still love it today.
Honda in the late 80s and throughout the 90s was the master of cabin design. The engines weren't bad either. ;-)
40k for a "20 year old car"? This is no civic. Reviewers hardly have any complaints about the NSX and almost always mention that special something that can't be quantified or put in words about it that puts the NSX in a league of its own. The NSX hasn't lost anything over time, calling it a 20 year old car is a pointless insult.
"This is no civic", lol. you would be surprised how many mechanical components the 90´s civic and 90´s NSX share. :D
I know the early 2000's Insight was developed using technology from the NSX.
s0nnyburnett Supersupra87
It certainly is not a Civic. One hell of a car built from some awesome engineering..... safety standards that are different in 2013-14. However S0nny, 90's civics and a 90's NSX were surprisingly similar mechanically, with a different chassis. Light weight and vTEC (all jokes aside a great stride in small liter engine performance).
You guys forgot to mention that all NSX's have the all- aluminum monocoque body and as well as a full-aluminum engine! That really is one of the biggest reasons why the NSX is very unique. Also, inflation made the price of aluminum very high over time. Which is why you can still see pretty ridiculous pricing on many NSXs.
No, price of aluminium today (or 7 years ago) has very little to do with high nsx prices, if anything.
Aluminum jack
Always wanted an NSX. Keep it up guys awesome job!
Possibly the best looking car produced in my lifetime thus far.
Memo to Paul, the $37k you are worried about vs buying a cayman S...you'll get your money back if you ever have to sell the NSX, meanwhile the cayman will loose money for sure...there is a reason early model NSX's are still going for $30-40k.....they are a rare piece of automotive history, not a dime a dozen Porsche ...I am on my 3rd one in the last 11 years and always sold for more then I bought for after enjoying them for three or more years...
Beautiful cars!! I would spend 35k for a well-kept NSX w/o hesitation!!
These two NSX's are in mint condition! Great video
my dad got the limited edition book from the dealer the first year these came out. I have been wanting one since I found it in his closet when I was six.
my fav about the nsx is the overall height. low and wide. . . makes an amzing looking sportscar
Not sure why people compares 300zx and 3000gt to an NSX. Those cars can be bought nowdays as low as 6k$. Supra comes to second in terms of resale value. NSX has AMAZING resale value.
You cannot find 300zx for under 6k unless it's a base model, but who wants the base model? I want the fairlady Z twin turbo. Those are 15 and up in a good condition, as for the NSX I found the a 1991 NSX with 35k miles for just 3k, I will check it out to see what's wrong with it and if it worth taking the gamble on it.
There's tons of 300zx in Canada twin turbo under 6000$, no one wants a twin turbo because they always break down and parts are EXPENSIVE because you have to order from japan most of the times. NSX for 3000$? the engine alone is worth more than that lol. Its probably 30k
Well that's people that don't know how to take care of their cars, again a 300zx isn't supposed to be a daily driver, it's a weekend car, same with the NSX. But no joke I found like 3 NSX under 6 k one is a 94 and the other one is a 1991 and one is a 91 NSX-r .
Omar Islas Yes, where did you see a 3 running NSX under 6 k?
Omar Islas Stop the fairy tales.. There is no place on earth where you could buy a (running) NSX even for 10k.
I'm lucky enough to even see one by my school everyday. I think these are pretty rare therefore having a high price
Good stuff, guys. This does seem to be one of those cars that you have to really want to choose over other, more recent, offerings. It's always been a favourite of mine, so money no object, I'd certainly take one over a Cayman. Like the show's shiny new look too. Keep it coming!
I really like that you guys are making the graphics and animation new and different. That said, I would like to see a faster presentation in the beginning with the "everyday driver" logo. It's kinda lethargic considering the channel is about driving cool cars kinda fast. Just my opinion-either way, thanks for working so hard for your subscribers!
Great review as always. New corvette or cayman/boxster/gt3 that's what I would love you to review one day. Also would be interesting to hear your impressions of 458 or mp4-12c, and which, if any, of the more down to earth cars can compare to that level.
I think what's so appealing about this car is it's simplicity...from the outside in, theres a lot of simplicity to go around. No weird angles to figure out, and no buttons that make you question whether its a spaceship or fun-to-drive car.
I had the opportunity to drive one of these once. It was a 95 model. It was very sharp and precise. But I agree it just needs a TINY bit more power. not much more, It's close to where it needed to be. It's a car that shines when you can carry momentum through a corner and really carve it like a surgeon.
Bravo! Some of your best work ever! An observation: the Cayman, without doubt a great car, may be comparable for less money but it doesn't have the rarity, presence, or historical impact of the NSX. Thats why NSXs cost more now and likely will cost even more in the future.
I don't know why it took me so long to find this video...
Acura could learn a lot from this car. If they implemented half the things they kept in mind when making this car on their current lineup, their cars would be so much more desirable.
Glad to see someone review this great car
Great comments and review! Now I'm wondering what you guys would make of the Type-R version.
So much want. Thanks for addressing the crazy prices should do an e36 m3 review since it beat out the nsx as best handling car back in the day ;)
Great review! Thanks for putting together an awesome video! 93 Silver NSX, best purchase ever.
I own a '91, the original owner paid 20K over list (83K). A lot of money now, boatload then. Getting on the expressway one day. A little deep in third, 85/90 mph, when I looked in the mirror, yeah Atlanta's finest. He followed me for about a mile then pulled beside me and gave me a thumbs up, car guy. Trivia, aluminum jack
you guys do great reviews but every channel I go to including this one, no one ever does a review of the Mitsubishi VR4 (base, SL, GTO) which was once the Ferrari Killer and can and still will beat a Supra, Skyline, NSX, MR2, 300ZX, Impreza STi around a circuit. If you were to get a Base or SL model you'd have by far one of the most durable sports cars from that time mechanically speaking.
Very attractive... ever since i first saw the nsx it instantly was the best honda ever created and will continue to be for years to come. Even the new NSX that honda is planning on in my opinion doesnt compare. There is a certain feel to the look of this car that no other car can compare to. I definitely think the car is more visibly attractive compared to its power output but thats a sacrifice id be more than willing to make. I think a nice supercharger kit would make this car about 10 times more fun.
I'm glad they took a moment that is otherwise un-needed in a car review: a moment to acknowledge that there is something un-tangibily special about the NSX.
Very happy with mine. I love it.
honda engineering at it's best.
Great review .... a real drivers perspective .... A+
Love these. God bless Senna. And it's I-air-ton, not Air-ur-ton. As ever, a great video. Keep them coming!
These cars are a blast to drive, a friend has a 91 with no A/C or power steering and it's a blast to drive, car is so light it doesn't even need power steering.
I had a 6 foot wide poster of a Lotus Espirit on my wall as a kid. Maybe that could be your next review!
My uncle owns a black 91 Acura NSX. Fun to drive in.
Great production of vid. Great review all around
I think I'd take the NSX over a Cayman simply because the Porsche may have more reliability/maint costs/downtime compared to the NSX? Especially if you're going to drive the thing how it's meant to be driven!! Also, Comptech makes a supercharger kit (among others) that will get this car into the mid/upper 12's :)
As far as the video production goes: I love the work/progress you guys have made! Each video gets even better and better! It would be nice to have some better audio during the panning shots/exhaust notes, maybe a few more out takes, and some voice overs+music, slow motion video+voice overs?... stuff like that, but I'm being picky!
Thanks again for all of your work, and own individual styles.
"Gathered Leather" oh so that's what that is. I don't think it's dated at all, it actually looks quite suptuous!
Great review as always. Perhaps you hadn't come across the Lotus Evora before this review, but maybe it would've made just as or more appropriate a comparison as the Cayman S? Sounds like the NSX is much more accessible in the US than here in the UK unfortunately.
A million years ago, I owned the first affordable mid engine sports car--the Fiat X 1/9. It was a '75 and I had it for 3 yrs. Ive been looking for another mid-engine ever since---almost got a Boxter a couple yrs ago. But hey, the NSX is on the list. If you've never driven a mid-engine, there's nothing quite like it. The Fiat was under powered, but I was a kid and it kept me out of too much trouble.
From what i've read, from among the regular versions (non R), it's the '91 version that's the most desirable. It's said that year model is the most well balanced and nimble.
I work at honda and yes we are bringing back the nsx and the s2000
The legend continue... The first generation Acura NSX sports car. Thanks for this very informative video review of the iconic Acura NSX. #AcuraNSX #NSX #Acura
Great review, NSX fan forever
I like the popup headlight it makes it look better
The design of the interior reminds me of a Porsche 928, mainly the instrument cluster and the AC on the doors.
I commend you guys for taking price into consideration unlike motortrend and the others that test a 150,000 carerra vs the new c7
The reason why the prices are so high is because someone had to give it up at some point. The person that bought it had to pay the price to pry the keys out of the original owners hands. Second owner didn't want to let it go either. 3rd owner had to restore it and replace seals and gaskets. Now it's worth more than he paid and he knows it's the most beautiful/unique car he'll ever have.
This car is affordable and reliable. It will snap necks forever as it drives by. Same with a well taken care of Z32 TT because I own one :) (great review btw)
Now just do a side by side review with a 95 NSX and a 95 Z32 PLEASE!? TST sent me and I Subscribed.
I want this NSX a R34 and Supra TT parked in my garage. All stock. Please do a video on the last gen Supra TT
Good Review
Regarding price - it seems these cars are going up in value...so yes u will spend a lot of money and there are many other great cars that out there but they WILL NOT retain their value as well as the NSX.
the only car I would ever race on the Playstation game Gran Turismo. Good memories lol
Was hoping to see some everyday driving out of these sports cars. Ah well, nice video of canyons road.
Pure love, i sure hope to own one someday!
Nicely done guys. Agree with you on the prices.
EverydayDriver
I just had to watch this after our meet :) speechless looking at these legendary NSXs
still a great looking car. Timeless!
Suspension is not too soft, because cars handle better when tires are touching the road. Have driven my NSX since purchased new in 1992. Amazing, unique car that was built for true drivers, not poseurs.
I was so happy when I heard not one, but TWO NSX's. But why did you not get a 02+? I guess it was very hard to find one lol
Just saw a blue one the other day next to me while I was stopped at a light. Man it's just so fucking beautiful and nice. I literally wanted to get out of my car to snap a bunch of pictures of this rare piece of machine.